You may be noticing that life has gotten a little bit more stressful these days. Some people can become a little more reactive as a result. Down here in South Florida in tourist season the heat doesn’t just come from the sun.

Stress is Here to Stay. Deal With It

Ever find yourself gritting your teeth, clenching your jaw or laying on the horn just a little longer than necessary when the car in front of you does something stupid?   Most likely you said “yes” to that question.   You may be noticing that life has gotten a little bit more stressful these days.…

JoAnna Brandi, Positivity, Positive Leadership, return on happiness

Cleaning Up Your Language

Most people on my mailing list have heard me speak. So it’s likely you’ve heard me talk about my genuine distaste for the phrase “No Problem” (and its brother “No Worries.”)   I tell the story of young man who answered my request for a late checkout time with the word “No” and how my stomach…

Your skill at managing stress - the fight or flight response - is good for you, your co-workers and your vital relationships with your customers.

Feeling A Little Stressed Lately?

I’m just putting my finishing touches on a full day Customer Loyalty workshop for a client, and as I interviewed people in customer-facing positions to uncover the obstacles preventing them from taking “Exquisite” care of their customers, stress was way up there on the list. I don’t know about you, but I’m feeling a little…